sheltered

Example Sentences

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As a precaution, the astronauts sheltered inside the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft while the repair procedure was being evaluated.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

However, Wales and southwestern England will remain fairly hot, sheltered from the North Sea breeze.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

Under Ms. Bass’s signature initiative, the city has spent $82,420 a year for each homeless person it has sheltered in motels.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026

It found that 52% were “rough sleepers,” 38% sheltered in vehicles and only 9% had tents.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

I shaded my eyes and looked across the valley to see the cliffs in the distance and the tree that sheltered Patrick’s Well.

From "Nory Ryan’s Song" by Patricia Reilly Giff